Sandpoint, Idaho vs. Missoula, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Missoula, Montana is 9.6% more expensive than Sandpoint, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $82,185 in Missoula, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Sandpoint, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Missoula, Montana is more expensive than Sandpoint, Idaho
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
49% more expensive in Missoula
than in Sandpoint, Idaho
Sandpoint, ID vs. Missoula, MT
Compared to Sandpoint, Missoula is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.6% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  3.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.8% higher
  Commute
  15.8% higher
  Health
  2.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% higher